Prior to the Porter loss, Broner had also been outpointed by Marcos Maidana in 2013. Theophane, who has been after Adrien for some time now, has kept a close eye on his adversary and has seen potential avenues of success.

“There are many different thing we’re working on to neutralize Broner and keep up with his quickness,” he said.

“I’ve sparred with a lot of young guys who imitate him and I believe I can match him.

“He does a lot of things right and a lot of things wrong. Adrien Broner can be beat and he has been. We’re working hard. At the end of the day this is my career-defining fight.

“We all turn pro to become a world champion. I’ve been in the gym for months, working on things and staying in shape.

“I’ve watched Adrien Broner in the past. I was at the John Molina [w pts 12] and Shawn Porter fights and I know he’s got talent. But he can be beat. He’s vulnerable, very vulnerable.”